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Research Technician/Associate

Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences

Wells, ME, USA

USD 22.22-31.33 / hour

Posted on Aug 28, 2025

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Overview
Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences seeks a Research Technician/Associate to conduct biochemical analyses in support of Bigelow Analytical Services, and Applied and Fundamental science projects. This will include current method implementation, some method development and testing, and involve a wide variety of analytical approaches. The major applications will be HPLC, LC-MS and GC-MS based. The person will need to carry out data handling, interpretation and presentation of results. The position will also involve instrument maintenance, laboratory upkeep, regulatory compliance and customer liaison.

The salary is commensurate with experience and falls within the pay band $22.22-$31.33 hourly, accompanied by a generous benefits package that includes healthcare, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

Requirements

1. BS degree or equivalent, including some chemistry / biochemistry education
2. 1+ years of demonstrated experience with analytical instrumentation, ideally HPLC and/or GC approaches
3. Ideally some fieldwork experience on coasts and/or small boats

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (listed in order importance to the position with % of effort/importance for the position):

1. Chemical analyses of biological and environmental samples (40%)
2. Data handling, reporting and dissemination (30%)
3. Experimental work, laboratory and fieldwork (10%)
4. Equipment maintenance and laboratory upkeep (10%)
5. Customer liaison, regulatory compliance and administrative duties (10%)

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Applicants should submit the following through our online application portal:

A one-page cover letter outlining your motivation and relevant experience for this position
A detailed curriculum vitae or resume specifically highlighting experience in the stated requirements
Contact information for three references

For full consideration, the application should be received by September 24, 2025. The search will continue until the position is filled.

Individuals seeking more information about this position or needing to request an accommodation, please contact [email protected] or (207) 315-2567, ext. 119.

Working at Bigelow Laboratory
Bigelow Laboratory is an inclusive community of scientists from around the world. Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences strives to maintain an environment that allows our employees to flourish through respectful, inclusive, and equitable treatment of others. We are committed to supporting each other as individuals worthy of respect. Bigelow Laboratory is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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